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    Homemade Harissa Hummus

    Published: Apr 5, 2019 · Modified: Aug 22, 2022 by Shadi HasanzadeNemati · This post may contain affiliate links .

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    A new take on traditional hummus, this homemade harissa hummus is the perfect recipe to satisfy spicy hot dip lovers! This spicy hummus recipe is perfect for parties and gatherings and it's so simple to make.

    A new take on traditional hummus, this homemade Harissa hummus is the perfect recipe to satisfy spicy hot dip lovers! This spicy hummus recipe is perfect for parties and gatherings and it's so simple to make. 

    One can never have enough Middle Eastern and Mediterranean recipes, right? Especially when it comes to fresh and tasty appetizers, Middle Eastern dishes such as roasted red pepper hummus, mutabal, tabbouleh salad and Fattoush are on top of my list. And, of course, a delicious creamy hummus recipe is something that I always have on hand because hummus is a crowd pleaser! 

    Harissa lovers, this one is for you! Today, I'm going to show you a spicy humus dip that you will love, and it's made with harissa! This is one of our favorite hummus flavors ever!

    What is harissa?

    As described in The Kitchn, harisa has historically played an important role in Middle Eastern cuisine. This chile paste is made with a combination of several types of spicy peppers and usually has a deep red color. It's quite spicy and a little bit of it goes a long way.

    serve hummus dip with celery sticks, carrots and radishes.

    Harissa hummus ingredients

    To make the perfect hummus recipe, you need to start with garbanzo beans (chickpeas), very good quality tahini, garlic, lemon juice, salt and high quality olive oil. Also, you'll need some harissa which you can find at middle eastern shops. 

    How to make this recipe

    Here I'm going to show you my go-to hummus recipe. It's really easy, you basically just put everything in a blender or a food processor and after some minutes, you have the creamiest, most delicious homemade harissa hummus!

    All you need to do is place the chickpeas with garlic and tahini in the food processor and blend until combined. Add in the lemon juice, salt, harissa and olive oil to the mixture and blend until smooth and creamy. Pretty easy and simple.

    Incorporating harissa in hummus makes it very tasty and delicious as it brings so much flavor to the classic hummus and gives it a kick. You can either use store bought harissa or make your own using this harissa recipe. 

    What to serve harissa hummus with

    This delicious spicy hummus is perfect on it's own with some pita chips or vegetables. You can also serve it on a Mediterranean mezze platter or with some delicious homemade falafels and Middle Eastern tahini sauce. The spicy flavor of this hummus goes perfectly with falafels and gives them a nice kick! 

    spicy hummus recipe is easy to follow and is topped with parsley, olive oil and pepper flakes.

    Notes and tips for making this spicy hummus recipe

    • To make a good hummus, you should look for the prefect consistency. We don't want it too thick and we don't want it too watery. This depends on the tahini you use and also on the quality of the chickpeas. If my hummus is too thick, I add a little bit of hot water (one tablespoon at a time) and process again.
    • For the best harissa hummus, make sure your tahini is high quality and shake it well before using it.
    • Homemade hummus lasts about three to five days in the fridge. Keep the hummus in an airtight container.
    • You can serve this harissa hummus with vegetables such as celery, carrots and radish or with pita chips or fresh pita bread.

    Looking for more delicious dips?

    • Muhammara roasted peppers and walnut dip
    • Masto Khiar Persian yogurt and cucumber dip
    • Kashke Bademjan Persian eggplant dip
    • Borani Esfenaj Persian spinach and yogurt dip
    • The best baba ganoush recipe

    Try this homemade harissa hummus, I hope you enjoy it!

    This hummus recipe is easy and very delicious. It's spicy and comes together in no time.

    Homemade Harissa Hummus

    Shadi HasanzadeNemati
    A new take on traditional hummus, this homemade Harissa hummus is the perfect recipe to satisfy spicy hot dip lovers! This spicy hummus recipe is perfect for parties and gatherings and it's so simple to make. 
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Total Time 10 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Mediterranean
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 214 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 can chickpea
    • ⅓ cup tahini
    • 3 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 2 garlic cloves
    • Juice of one lemon
    • ½ teaspoon harissa paste more or less depending on how spicy you like the hummus to be

    Instructions
     

    • Place chickpeas, tahini and garlic in a food processor, blend until they start incorporating. 
    • Add in lemon juice, salt, olive oil and harissa to the mixture, blend until fully combined and the hummus is creamy and smooth. 
    • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for three to five days. 

    Notes

    • Your hummus should have the right consistency. We don't want it too thick and we don't want it too watery. This depends on the tahini you use and also on the quality of the chickpeas. If my hummus is too thick, add a little bit of hot water (one tablespoon at a time) and process again.
    • For the best spicy hummus, make sure your tahini is high quality and shake it well before using it.
    • Homemade hummus lasts about three to five days in the fridge. Keep the hummus in an airtight container.
    • Serve hummus with vegetables such as celery, carrots and radish or with pita chips or fresh pita bread.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 214kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 589mgPotassium: 92mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 13IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1mg
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    1. Dara Michalski

      September 07, 2019 at 5:43 am

      5 stars
      This hummus was delicious! Thank you for this recipe!

      Reply
    2. Chrysa

      September 06, 2019 at 7:35 pm

      5 stars
      So yummy! Harissa is the perfect ingredient for giving it a kick. I'm making this for our next party!

      Reply
    3. Liz Berg

      September 05, 2019 at 11:55 am

      5 stars
      Much as I love my plain hummus recipe, I was in the mood to shake things up and found your recipe. It was so darn tasty that I'm going to make it again for my book club next month!!

      Reply
      • Shadi HasanzadeNemati

        September 23, 2019 at 3:12 pm

        Thank you Liz!

        Reply
    4. Sandi

      September 05, 2019 at 11:52 am

      5 stars
      I am loving this fun twist on hummus!

      Reply

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